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1 Samuel 8:15 · KJV

"And he will take the tenth of your seed, and of your vineyards, and give to his officers, and to his servants."

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Passage Context

13And he will take your daughters to be confectionaries, and to be cooks, and to be bakers.
14And he will take your fields, and your vineyards, and your oliveyards, even the best of them, and give them to his servants.
15And he will take the tenth of your seed, and of your vineyards, and give to his officers, and to his servants.
16And he will take your menservants, and your maidservants, and your goodliest young men, and your asses, and put them to his work.
17He will take the tenth of your sheep: and ye shall be his servants.

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Reflection Questions

1

What sacrifices are you willing to make for leadership?

2

How do you view authority figures in your life?

3

When have you felt the weight of responsibilities imposed by others?

Life Application

leadership

Consider the responsibilities that come with leadership roles. Are you prepared to serve and sacrifice for others?

community

Reflect on how your decisions impact your community. Are you contributing positively or creating burdens?

People in This Verse

SamuelOT

Samuel became a major prophet and leader in Israel, anointing the first two kings. His birth was a direct answer to Hannah's fervent prayers.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 1:20

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